165/50R14 in Inches

A 165/50R14 tire has a 20.5-inch diameter, a 6.5-inch width, and is designed for a 14-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 20.5x6.5R14.

165/50R14 Tire Size
6.5"
20.5"
165/50R14 Tire Size in Inches
165/50R14 Tire Circumference
64.4"
14"
3.2"
984 revs/mile

165/50R14 Tire Overview

Height
20.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
14 inches
Tire Width
6.5 inches
Circumference
64.4 inches
Sidewall Height
3.2 inches
Revolutions
984 per mile
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What does 165/50R14 mean?

165/50R14 tire size meaning in inches

165/50R14 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 165 is the width of the tire in millimeters. This number also indicates the appropriate width of the rim on which the tire should be mounted.
  • 50 is the aspect ratio, which is the ratio of the tire's height to its width. This affects the tire's handling and ride comfort
  • R indicates the tire's construction type, meaning it has a radial construction. This provides stability and precision to the tire.
  • 14 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

165/50R14 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter20.5 in520.6 mm
Section Width6.5 in165 mm
Rim Height14 in355 mm
Sidewall Height3.2 in82.5 mm
Circumference64.4 in1635.5 mm
Revolutions984 revs/mile
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FAQ About 165/50R14 Tire

How tall is a 165/50R14 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 165/50R14 tire is 20.5 inches

How wide is a 165/50R14 tire?

The width of a 165/50R14 tire is 165 mm, which is about 6.5 inches.

What size rim fits a 165/50R14 tire?

A 165/50R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.

What does the 50 in a 165/50R14 tire mean?

The 50 in a 165/50R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 165/50R14

Typically, it's recommended to choose a tire with a diameter (height) within 3% of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tire size.

However, keep in mind that this is a general guideline and not an absolute rule.

Here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the 165/50R14:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
115/70R1420.3″ (-1.0%)14 x n/a
125/70R1420.9″ (2.0%)14 x n/a
155/55R1420.7″ (1.0%)14 x 4.5-5.5
165/55R1421.1″ (2.9%)14 x 4.5-6.0
175/50R1420.9″ (2.0%)14 x 5.0-6.0
195/40R1420.1″ (-2.0%)14 x 6.5-7.5
195/45R1420.9″ (2.0%)14 x 6.0-7.5
215/40R1420.8″ (1.5%)14 x 7.0-8.5
225/40R1421.1″ (2.9%)14 x 7.5-9.0
255/35R1421.0″ (2.4%)14 x 8.5-10.0